How many flights from Houston to El Paso are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 92% of flights from Houston to El Paso have been non-stop. This indicates that direct flights are widely available for this route. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stops is typically two.

How long does it take to fly from Houston to El Paso?

A direct flight from Houston to El Paso typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 129 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 5 hours and 30 minutes, or 330 minutes.

Should I set a price alert for Houston to El Paso flights?

Historically, prices for flights from Houston to El Paso have shown regular fluctuations. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to find a good deal. Regular price changes indicate opportunities to purchase tickets at lower fares if monitored over time.

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Today’s best flight deals from Houston to El Paso

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Houston to El Paso

2026-08-18 – 2026-08-25
HOU - El Paso
46% AI deal score
$160
$194
Round trip
2026-08-11 – 2026-08-25
HOU - El Paso
45% AI deal score
$139
$194
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2026-08-12 – 2026-08-19
HOU - El Paso
46% AI deal score
$159
$194
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-15
HOU - El Paso
49% AI deal score
$227
$194
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-22
HOU - El Paso
46% AI deal score
$148
$194
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2026-08-11 – 2026-08-12
HOU - El Paso
65% AI deal score
$233
$194
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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-14
HOU - El Paso
75% AI deal score
$363
$202
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2026-08-13 – 2026-08-18
HOU - El Paso
47% AI deal score
$213
$204
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2026-08-20 – 2026-08-22
HOU - El Paso
46% AI deal score
$173
$204
Round trip
2026-08-18 – 2026-08-20
HOU - El Paso
48% AI deal score
$223
$205
Round trip

Houston to El Paso: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to El Paso

A typical journey from Houston to El Paso takes about 2h 9m, including connections. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration closely reflects the direct flight time. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 2.

When looking for cheap flights from Houston to El Paso, prices right now are above the typical level. Over the past 90 days, fares have typically ranged from $176–$229, with a median of $197. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to El Paso is during June, August, and July, with median fares of $176 for each of these months. New deals for this route show up several times a week, making it beneficial to monitor prices if your travel dates are flexible.

The distance between Houston and El Paso is 1074 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the prevalence of direct flights and the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Houston to El Paso

Regular price: $122 - $394

Prices for flights from Houston to El Paso are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to El Paso is between $122 and $394. The current lowest deal is $194 with United Airlines for travel from Aug 18-Aug 25.

now $194

Low $122

High $394

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to El Paso

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to El Paso is March, with a median price of $176. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $412. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $176

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $412

Jan

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Direct flights from Houston to El Paso

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to El Paso

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - El Paso

Houston (IAH) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$404

$344

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - El Paso

Houston (IAH) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$385

$345

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - El Paso

Houston (IAH) - El Paso (ELP)

United Airlines

$173

$226

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - El Paso

Houston (IAH) - El Paso (ELP)

United Airlines

$147

$226

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - El Paso

Houston (IAH) - El Paso (ELP)

United Airlines

$161

$226

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - El Paso

Houston (IAH) - El Paso (ELP)

United Airlines

$139

$226

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to El Paso

7 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 24

$443 → $246

45%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$363 → $206

43%

7 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 26

$398 → $246

38%

7 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 15

$344 → $206

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to El Paso

Houston - El Paso route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to El Paso are above the typical level at $194.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March, August, July, or June for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are March, August, July, and June, with median prices around $176.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 9m

The typical direct flight from Houston to El Paso takes 2 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

92% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 92% of flights on this route are direct, with United Airlines offering direct deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Houston to El Paso.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during February to October

Historically, prices are lower from February to October, with deals appearing regularly.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to El Paso, often with competitive pricing.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

El Paso main airports to arrive at

El Paso International (ELP)

Cheapest

El Paso International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Houston to El Paso.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

Airports nearby El Paso used as alternative

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Albuquerque International Sunport is a major hub offering significantly more flight options than El Paso.

📍 ~370 km from El Paso (reachable by car, ~3.5 to 4 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$254

Business & First Class Flight Deals to El Paso

78% AI deal score

$1,000

$467

Save $533

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to El Paso

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to El Paso is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $183. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $298. Even booking more than 60 days in advance usually results in a slightly higher average price of $195.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Houston to El Paso is considered to be $176 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $197. Prices above $229 are typically in the more expensive range for this route. By aiming for prices at or below $176, travelers can secure a competitive fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to El Paso are June, July, and August, with a median price of $176 in each of these months. This is lower than the annual median price of $197 for this route. While June appears as both a cheapest and most expensive month, the median price for the cheapest months remains consistent at $176, indicating periods of lower fares within those months.

Houston to El Paso: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to El Paso

How much is a round trip from Houston to El Paso

Regular price: $122 - $394

Prices for flights from Houston to El Paso are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to El Paso is between $122 and $394. The current lowest deal is $194 with United Airlines for travel from Aug 18-Aug 25.

now $194

Low $122

High $394

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to El Paso

March

Cheapest

Flights from $176

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $412

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec